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20th Anniversary: Derek Curry/Sneaker Politics
Episode 5
Tuesday, 16 June, 2026
Today we talkin’ Politics! Twenty years ago, Sneaker Politics opened its first doors with a vision that was bigger than sneakers. Today, that vision has grown into a cultural institution built on community, relationships, and a commitment to always being on tour.For this special episode of Thoughts For The Sole, I sit down with Sneaker Politics founder Derek Curry inside the new Houston location ahead of its official opening.As Sneaker Politics celebrates 20 years, Derek reflects on the journey from a single store in Louisiana to a brand that has helped shape sneaker culture in the south and nationwide. We discuss the early days, the risks, the setbacks, the partnerships, and the lessons learned from building something that has stood the test of time.More importantly, we talk about what 20 years of Sneaker Politics means now.This is a conversation about vision, perseverance, community, leadership, and legacy.Twenty years later, the mission is still the mission.#sneakerpolitics #podcast #houstonThank you for taking the time out to tune into today's show. Please do not forget to subscribe and leave a 5 star review.To keep up with the host:higherlxng.comInstagram: higherlxnghigherlxng@gmail.comYoutube: Thoughts for The SoleConverse with the show, send us a message!Leave A Review Here
